Dr. Matthew Lane Perkins MD
Pediatrician
741 President Pl Suite 200 Smyrna TN, 37167About
Dr. Matthew Perkins is a pediatrician practicing in Smyrna, TN. Dr. Perkins is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Perkins diagnoses and treats infections, injuries, diseases and other disorders in children. Pediatricians typically work with infants, children, teenagers and young adults up to age 21. They practice medical care as well as preventative health care. Dr. Perkins can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Univ of Louisville Sch of Med, Louisville Ky 1994
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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